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Contents About Us ............................................................................................................................................ 3 Our Clients.......................................................................................................................................... 4 The Timber Packaging Process ............................................................................................................. 5 Step 1 ..................................................................................................................................... 5 Step 2 ..................................................................................................................................... 6 Step 3 ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Step 4 ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Products ............................................................................................................................................. 9 Crates ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Cases ................................................................................................................................................ 14 Steel-Framed Cases ........................................................................................................................... 17 Skids, Pallets, Scallops, Cradles and Gluts .......................................................................................... 21 Skids and Pallets .................................................................................................................... 21 Scallops and Cradles .............................................................................................................. 21 Gluts ..................................................................................................................................... 21 Timber, Ply and MDF ......................................................................................................................... 24 Services ............................................................................................................................................ 26 Timber Compliance and Certification ................................................................................................. 27 Free Onsite/Offsite Measuring and Quotes ........................................................................................ 28 Packing, Heat-Shrink Wrapping, Rigging and Strapping ...................................................................... 29 Pallet Notching ................................................................................................................................. 29 Stenciling, Labeling and Custom Hardware ........................................................................................ 34 Delivery ............................................................................................................................................ 36 Find Us Today ................................................................................................................................... 37 Need a Timber Packaging Solution? ................................................................................................... 38
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About Us The Aussie Crates WA Pty (Aussie Crates) mission is to provide superior value through delivering efficient packaging solutions, high quality products and exceptional service. Aussie Crates is a wholly Australian owned timber packaging manufacturer, with a proud history of exceeding client expectations throughout Australia since 1993 through our quality, consistency and responsiveness. Combining unparalleled know-how, comprehensive packaging capabilities across a number of industries including mining, subsea, construction and logistics, alongside extensive product design and development; Aussie Crates collaborates with clients to help them enhance their operational efficiencies proportionately. Utilising our industry knowledge, product and CAD design expertise and fast turnaround capabilities, we identify, develop and build customised timber packaging solutions for a client’s specific requirement to deliver their products and services more effectively and efficiently.
We have extensive relationships with organisations of all sizes— among our strengths in the marketplace is our commitment to great customer service, from design to delivery. This is achieved through investment in the development of our employees, led by an experienced and proven management team. Our expert team have unrivalled knowledge and expertise in timber packaging manufacture, and everyone at Aussie Crates works towards the same goal of fulfilling our client’s exact and individual application. We take time to gain a thorough understanding and insight into the item and brief, ensuring that the solution we offer is the most innovative, reliable and cost-effective; regardless of size, quantity, weight or destination. This is what makes us The Timber Packaging Professionals.
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Our Clients We provide a full-service Timber Packaging Solution for clients across a broad range of markets and sectors. From large organisations through to local SME’s; we have successfully packaged items of all shapes, sizes and weights that have travelled across the globe in all conditions and temperatures.
Agricultural
Electrical Manufacturing
Defence
Freight Forwarding
Logistics
Manufacturing
Mining
Oil & Gas
Removalists
Subsea Service Provision
And more!
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The Timber Packaging Professional Process… At Aussie Crates, we can custom design and manufacture the ideal timber packaging solution for all your timber packaging needs. Here is the process we use, conditional on the job, to ensure that the client’s packaging expectations are met – and exceeded!
Step 1: We receive an enquiry over the Phone, Email or in person. Our friendly sales team then identify:
The requirements of the item – weight, size, special handling requirements. We offer an obligation free onsite measuring service. If you measure the item to be packed yourself, if possible please provide the size in millimetres and provide us with the size you want the inside of the box to be (L x W x H) and generally allow an extra 50mm to the length and to the width and 20mm to the height.
The means of transport of the item – Truck, Ship, Train, Plane and the relevant material handling equipment available.
The requisites of the destination – local or international; different countries have different regulations, restrictions and limitations on import and export packaging.
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Step 2: We then develop a customised design to best package the product based on the specifications established in Step 1.
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Step 3: We determine the cost and time of the project. As every job is custom-made to meet individual scopes, prices quoted will include the following:
Type of material used – pine, MDF, ply or hardwood, steel frame Hardware – screws, nails, zips etc. Packing materials used Any labelling or stencilling undertaken Tailored Packing Manual supplied ISPM-15, H3 or H4 timber treatment requirements
Delivery costs if outside the immediate metropolitan area. If your order is over $500
excluding GST, delivery within the metropolitan area is free.
Aussie Crates will then issue a formal written quote and send this to the client.
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Step 4: Upon receipt of the quote acceptance form and the purchase order number from the client, we commence production of the customised timber packaging solution. We work closely with the client to ensure all targets, special applications and specifications of the job are fulfilled to the highest quality from design to delivery. The Aussie Crates mission is to provide superior value through delivering efficient packaging solutions, high quality products and exceptional service.
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Products Aussie Crates products are fully customised, from design to delivery. Our products are engineered to Australian Standards and are suitable for all modes of transport, be it interstate or overseas. All of our products are ISPM-15 Certified and are custom-designed and built to suit your individual needs. These comprise:
Crates Boxes Steel-framed cases Pine, Ply and MDF cases Pallets Scallops Bases Skids and Flat packs
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Crates Our Cases and Crates are constructed primarily of kiln dried pine, with timber supplied from certified W.A. plantations. Crates are timber boxes with slatted sides, top and floor. They are ideal for weight reduction and internal visibility. They provide good protection and excellent air circulation. There are many variations of wooden crate designs. By far the most common are 'closed', 'open' and 'framed'. A Closed Crate is one that is completely or nearly completely enclosed with material such as plywood or lumber boards. An Open Crate is one that (typically) uses lumber for sheathing. The sheathing is typically gapped by at various distances. Typically when the gap between boards is greater than the distance required for expansion, the crate would be considered an open crate. A Framed Crate is one that only contains a skeletal structure and no material is added for surface or pilferage protection
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Cases Cases are fully-enclosed timber boxes. They are assembled such that the individual panels butt against each other, leaving no gaps and providing maximum protection. A case offers increased damage protection with an added level of security. Cases can be lined with for better waterproof protection. Cases offer a stronger alternative if stacking. Ply cases and MDF cases are fully enclosed and are lighter than all structural pine cases. Our plywood is manufactured by gluing together layers of wooden sheets. The resistance to cracking, shrinkage, twisting/warping, and strength makes it perfect for all conditions. Our cases are fully customised to your specifications, and so we can happily cater for any design stipulations, such as cut-out windows for example. We offer also offer steel framing on our plywood cases for extra-durability. (See steel-framed cases for more detail)
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Steel-Framed Cases Aussie Crates are able to supply innovative and unique steel-reinforced cases. Custom-designed to any specification; we can ensure extra heavy-duty support using our superior quality timber and highly specialist welding skills of our professional design and production team to create the steel frame in-house. The steel-frame enables the precision and durability of the design and plywood panels to remain robust for an impressive period of time. Other advantages include:
Giving your goods a secure timber packaging in any prevailing severe weather conditions.
Strength and performance are engineered into the frame using advanced design and production techniques
All steel frames are coated in a rust proofing primer, and so are protected against corrosion, all external environment conditions and have excellent durability.
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Skids, Pallets, Scallops, Cradles and Gluts Skids and Pallets Skids are the simplest form of pallet consisting of only top boards and bearers. The most common form of pallet has top boards, bearers and bottom boards. We can also manufacture pallet bases, suitable for machinery and heavy items. Aussie Crates have the experience to manufacture pallets and skids of any size, having previously manufactured pallets and skids over 12 metres long, four metres wide and supporting up to 20 tonnes. These are often used for one way consignments due to their lower cost. We can design and manufacture one-offs or large quantities of pallets.
Scallops and Cradles Cradles and Scallops can be custom designed and manufactured to hold singular or multiple cylindrical items, such as pipes, and are strong enough to hold diverse weights. They can be used in conjunction with other timber products, or stand-alone supports only.
Gluts Timber gluts are the ideal choice if you need to transport heavy machinery and support your item ensuring your shipment is secure during transport. Aussie Crates can customise your timber glut to any individual specification to meet any timber treatments, labelling, shape, size or strapping requirements.
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Timber, Ply and MDF In addition to manufacturing timber products we also sell a variety of raw products directly. These include timber, panel products, off cuts, MDF and other packaging materials.
We stock large quantities of non-structural pine, both rough sawn and dressed, MDF and plywood. Our plywood, both imported and Australian made, comes in a variety of thicknesses. Our plywood ranges in thicknesses from 3.6mm to 17mm. Other sizes are not held in stock, but can be ordered in for you. We mill timber to your specifications. Off-cuts are available in bags for firewood or recycled in the form of pure pine briquettes. Packaging materials such bubble wrap, plastic lining and foam are also available for sale.
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Services We are also proud to complement our high quality products with professional and friendly service that encompasses:
Certified timber treatments for local, interstate or overseas purposes at an export quality level Free Onsite/Offsite Measuring and Quotes Packing, Heat-shrink wrapping, Rigging and Strapping Pallet Notching Stencilling, Labelling and Custom Hardware Packing Manual Supply Delivery
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Timber Compliance and Certification Aussie Crates is fully equipped to be the preferred supplier for any import/export standards. All timber packaging solutions are fully compliant. We take time to gain a thorough understanding and insight into the item and brief, ensuring that the solution we offer is the most innovative, reliable and cost-effective regardless of size, quantity, weight or destination. We are able to trace our product from the timber source through to delivery. All of our products meet AQIS specifications, are ISPM 15 compliant and can be H3 and H4 treated. What We Offer: The ability to ensure quarantine compliancy for all engaged contractors, including issue of full Certification and application of an internationally recognised certification mark is utilised on treated wood to authenticate that timber treatment has occurred
and to provide traceability to the country of origin. ISPM 15 treated timber– Aussie Crates is certified under the Australian Wood Packaging Scheme for Exports (AWPCS) and can produce ISPM 15 compliant wood packaging.
H3 and H4 timber treatments (as required by the Gorgon Project on Barrow Island). Commitment to quality whilst adhering to strict guidelines throughout the duration of the project. Assurance that your item is packaged with timber materials which meet ALL international import and export standards.
In order to provide assurance that it will meet all compliance standards, we at Aussie Crates ask that all special requirements for your timber packaging solution are discussed with our friendly team at the time of ordering, to ensure your finished product meets worldwide import and export regulations.
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Free Onsite/Offsite Measuring and Quotes Aussie Crates offers a free on site and off site goods assessment by one of our highly qualified and friendly team members. This is to ascertain the requirements of the item – including weight, size, and any special handling requirements. We also take into account the means of transport of the item and the requisites of the destination to ensure to ensure your valuable items are packaged in the most suitable way Get in touch with Aussie Crates for your timber packaging solution today! One of our team members will get back to you with whatever it is you need, whether it’s to schedule a measure, put together a quote for your upcoming project, or simply advice to help you out. Office Hours: 08.00am – 16.30pm Monday to Friday Factory Hours: 06.30am - 14.30pm Monday to Friday Address: 244 Welshpool Road, Welshpool, WA, 6106 P: (08) 9358 1355 F: (08) 9358 1805 W: www.aussiecrates.com.au E: sales@aussiecrates.com.au
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Packing, Heat-Shrink Wrapping, Rigging and Strapping Aussie Crates provides complete timber packaging solutions for all timber packaging requirements. Our skilled and experienced team can design, build and pack products according to your specifications. We deliver to all parts of the metropolitan area. Only Aussie Crates can offer over twenty years of experience in custom interior packaging for each crate we build. We take into account every eventuality and requirements of the crates and containers that we create; from dimensions and fragility to consideration of final destination unpacking logistics. Aussie Crates uses a number of packing materials, including: black-plastic lining, foams (hard and soft), heat shrink-wrap (clear and black stretch), steel strapping, packing felt-lining, carpetlining, desiccant lining, standard bubble-wrap and cling-film. Our expert packing team work to the highest standard, with efficiency and reliability a standard approach to all products and services. Our packing team will come to you and pack your goods in-situ, or at our site in Welshpool. For heavier and unwieldy items, Aussie Crates can provide professional rigging and strapping to meet any strict transit guidelines and to safeguard your item. Our people will work closely with you throughout the whole production cycle, to ensure that your items are being protected and packaged to meet your product's specifications.
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Pallet Notching Timber pallets fall into two general categories:
Two-Way Entry Pallets - allow access from two directions only. Four-Way Entry Pallets - allow access from all four sides of the pallet
Aussie Crates can notch cut into pallets allowing "four-way" entry which offers greater flexibility, whilst two-way pallets offer greater strength. It is important to consider whether it is necessary for you or your client to access the pallet from all four sides, or from two directions only. One of our friendly team members will be able to advise you on this when discussing the project with you.
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Stencilling, Labelling and Custom Hardware Aussie Crates can custom manufacture and design any label or logo, to client specifications, be it waterproof labels, certification labels, weights, dimensions and any other information required for your item to reach its destination hassle free. We also offer a range of custom hardware and accessories that can enhance security and ease during transit, such as:
Handles Clasps Locks Hinges Castors Bolts Steel-Framing
And more!
Please discuss your requirements when placing your order, to ensure that we offer you the most suitable solution.
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Delivery Aussie Crates offer delivery within the Perth metro area. Delivery costs if outside the immediate metropolitan area. If your order is over $800 excluding GST, delivery within the metropolitan area is free!
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Find Us Today Based in Perth, Western-Australia our large workshop and yard provides the perfect location for custom packing items prior to being collected by the customer/ transit agent. Ideally situated just 15 mins from Perth Domestic Airport and Perth International Airport, 30 mins from Fremantle Port and 2 mins from Leach Highway , we are perfectly situated within easy reach of a number of transport links. We’d love to have a chat and see how we can work hard for you. Find Us at: 244 Welshpool Road, Welshpool, WA, 6106
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Need a Timber Packaging Solution? Get in touch with Aussie Crates today! One of our team members will get back to you with whatever it is you need, whether it’s a quote for your upcoming project, or simply advice to help you out. Office Hours: 08.00am – 16.30pm Monday to Friday Factory Hours: 06.30am - 14.30pm Monday to Friday Address: 244 Welshpool Road, Welshpool, WA, 6106 P: (08) 9358 1355 F :(08) 9358 1805 W: www.aussiecrates.com.au E: sales@aussiecrates.com.au
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